The Seattle Mariners are scheduled to clash with the Minnesota Twins at Target Field on May 9, 2024, beginning at 1:10 PM in conditions forecasted to include scattered clouds. Taking the pitcher’s mound for the Mariners will be Logan Gilbert, who carries an impressive ERA of 1.688. On the Twins’ side, Pablo López will be pitching, entering the game with an ERA of 4.301.
In terms of standings within the 2024 AL West Division, the Mariners are currently 6th with a record of 16-13, resulting in a .550 winning percentage. They boast a divisional record of 2-1 and have shown solid form recently, securing 7 victories in their last 10 games, on a one-win streak. They’ve played well both at home (10-7) and on the road (6-6), capturing 4 daytime victories versus 12 at night, with a total runs score of 106 while conceding 95.
For the AL Central Division, the Twins hold the 8th place with a record of 15-13, a .540 win percentage. Their divisional record stands at 10-7, ranked 4th. The team is currently on an impressive eight-game winning streak with a record of 9 wins in their latest 10 games. Their home and away stats are balanced at 6-6 and 9-7 respectively, scoring 127 runs and giving up 118 this season.
As for the odds, the game’s point spread is set at -1.5 in favor of the Seattle Mariners. The over/under for the game has been established at 6.5 runs, which suggests a tighter, potentially lower-scoring outcome. For MoneyLine bets, the visiting Mariners are given +110, suggesting slight underdog status, whereas the home-favoring Twins are at -130. These figures indicate closely matched teams, with slightly more confidence placed on the Minnesota Twins securing a home victory.